Gold Medal PINTO POP, MEGA POP Instruction Manual

Self Serve Poppers

Instruction Manual

All Export Models

Part No. 77599EX

Revised June 1996

Cincinnati, OH 45241-4807 USA

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

This equipment is designed and sold for commercial use only. This
equipment is not to be used by the consumer in home use. Do not allow
direct contact of this equipment by the public when used in food service
locations. Only personnel trained and experienced in the equipment
operation may operate this equipment.
Carefully read all installation instructions before operating the equipment.

Always wear safety glasses when servicing this equipment.

To avoid serious burns, do NOT touch the kettle while it is hot.

Any alterations to this equipment will void the warranty and
may cause a dangerous situation. NEVER make alterations
to the equipment.
Make sure all machine switches are in the OFF position
before plugging the equipment into a receptacle.

Machine must be properly grounded to prevent electrical shock
to personnel.
Do NOT immerse the kettle, warmer, or any other part of this
equipment in water.
Always unplug the equipment before cleaning or servicing.

The information, specifications and illustrations contained in this manual represent
the latest data available at time of publication. Right is reserved to make changes as
required at the discretion of Gold Medal Products Company without notice.

NOTE

Popcorn Machines

INST ALLA TION

CHECKING SHIPMENT

Remove the corrugated carton from the popcorn machine. Check thoroughly for any damage
which may have occurred in transit. Claims should be filed immediately with the transportation
company.

We recommend that you retain the shipping carton and packing in case you with to return the
machine for annual maintenance. Remove remaining tape and other packing material.

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

Export machines require a voltage of 230 Volt, 50 cycle. Japanese export machines require a
voltage of 100 Volt, 50/60 cycle. Your new machine is furnished with the proper size attachment
plug for carrying this current. The Pinto Pop requires a 15 amp circuit. The Mega Pop requires a
20 amp circuit. Your electrician must furnish sufficient current for troublefree operation.

BEFORE YOU PLUG IN THE MACHINE

1. Make sure the wall outlet can take the three pronged grounded plug on the power supply
cord.

2. Make sure the wall outlet has the proper polarity. If in doubt, have a competent electrician
check the outlet.

3. Do NOT use a three prong to two prong plug adapter.

MACHINE OPERA TION

CONTROLS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS

There are three switches on the popper.

LIGHT AND WARMER SWITCH

Turns on the heat lamp and optional strip heater under the corn pan.

KETTLE MOTOR SWITCH

Turns on the motor which drives the kettle agitator shaft.

KETTLE HEA T SWITCH

Turns on the heat element inside the kettle.

Turn the motor switch "ON" with the agitator shaft disengaged from the gearbox to make sure
that it turns freely. If it doesn't, then see if the top of the roof or dome may have been bent down
in transit. This could stall the fan blade blade on the top of the motor. Occasionally, a machine is
dropped in transit.

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AMOUNT OF POPCORN AND OIL CHARGE

The Pinto Pop is equipped with an eight ounce corn measure cup. The Mega Pop is equipped
with an twelve ounce corn measure cup. We recommend flavored and colored coconut oil.
Popcorn popped in coconut oil stays fresher longer and does not leave black deposits in your
kettle like other oils.

PINTO POP

Corn Charge - 8 ounces [237ml]
Oil Charge - 2 ounces [59ml]
Flavacol Seasoning Salt - 1 tablespoons [15ml]

MEGA POP

Corn Charge - 12 ounces [355ml]
Oil Charge - 3 ounces [89ml]
Flavacol Seasoning Salt - 1½ tablespoons [23ml]

POPPING INSTRUCTIONS

1. Turn the Kettle Heat and Kettle Motor switches "ON".

2. Test pop with three kernels of corn and one ounce of popping oil. When the kernels pop,
your kettle is ready .

3. Load full corn and oil charges and add Flavacol Seasoning Salt into the kettle.

4. When the corn has popped, dump the kettle.

5. Repeat the cycle starting with step 3. Always pop 3 to 5 batches for the best popcorn.

On the final kettle of corn, it is a good idea to turn the Kettle Heat switch "OFF" just as the lids
are forced open by the popping corn. This saves electricity, since there is plenty of heat in the
kettle, and also eliminates smoke and odor after you have stopped popping.

CARE AND CLEANING

Each time you finish a series of poppings, wipe the outside of the kettle with a soft cloth to remove
any oil drippage on the outside of the kettle. Do NOT let it burn on! After you finish popping for the
day , let the kettle cool until it is not too hot to handle but still warm. Unplug the kettle and remove it
from the machine. With a cloth, wipe out the inside of the kettle, the kettle lids, kettle crossbar,
outside of the kettle, and underneath. Do NOT immerse the kettle in water!

For fresh corn tomorrow, always remove all popped popcorn and pack it into clean plastic bags. Tie
the bags tightly with a twister. Now, clean the glass and wipe off the corn pan. Make sure the ma­chine is sparkling clean when you leave it. Do not forget to remove the old maid pan and empty out
the unpopped kernels and wipe clean.

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MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

THE FOLLOWING SECTIONS OF THIS MANUAL ARE IN­TENDED ONLY FOR QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL WHO
ARE FAMILIAR WITH ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT. THESE ARE
NOT INTENDED FOR THE OPERATOR.

Adequate eye protection must be used when servicing this equip­ment to prevent the possibility of injury.

Do NOT immerse the kettle, warmer, or any other part of this
equipment in water.
Unplug your machine before servicing.

ORDERING SPARE PARTS

1.Identify the desired part by checking it against the photos, illustrations, and/or the parts list.

2.When ordering, please include part number, part name, and quantity desired.

3.Please include your model name and machine serial number (located on the machine
nameplate) with your order.

4.Address all parts orders to:

Parts Department

Gold Medal Products Co.

10700 Medallion Drive

Cincinnati, Ohio 45241-4807

or, place orders at:

[phone]

Fax: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

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